CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL &
PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) MAYOR
Kevin McDonnell
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Brian Barnacle
Janice Cader Thompson
Alexander DeCarli
Karen Nau, Vice Mayor
Frank Quint
John Shribbs
CITY MANAGER
Peggy Flynn
CITY CLERK
Caitlin Corley
CITY ATTORNEY
Eric W. Danly
COUNCIL MEETINGS
1 and 3 Mondays of each month
City Hall Council Chamber
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone (707) 7784360
[email protected]
cityofpetaluma.org
AGENDA
AMENDED 71725
Monday, July 21, 2025
CLOSED SESSION 5:30 PM / REGULAR SESSION 6:30PM
Alternative Teleconference Location
Councilmember Cader Thompson will be participating remotely via Teleconference. In accordance with the Brown Act, the teleconference location is hereby posted as: 410 Oakridge Dr., Redway, CA 95560.
Pilot Hybrid Meeting Format
City Council meetings are currently being held in a pilot hybrid format, by virtual teleconference as well as inperson.
Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda.
How to Observe and/or Participate and Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend InPerson: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA. Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk.
At this time, the City is temporarily suspending virtual participation by Zoom at Council meetings and will re evaluate at a future date.
Observe Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetalumaorg.zoom.us/j/85279246302 Observe via Telephone: One tap mobile: +16694449171,,85279246302# US or dial 1 (669) 4449171 Meeting ID: 852 7924 6302
Watch on TV: Comcast channel 28, UVerse channel 099
Submit Written Public Comment : Email comments to [email protected] or submit your comment online through the agenda portal. Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Mayor and City Council Members and placed on the City's website as part of the agenda packet for the meeting.
Comments received after the cutoff time will be posted online and made part of the record the next business day.
Closed Captioning/Live Transcription
This meeting will be transcribed live via the Zoom platform. Inperson attendees will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of the screens in the Council Chamber and City Hall. Zoom attendees with a Zoom version 5.0.2 or higher will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of their personal zoom screen. Learn more at https://support.zoom.us/ .
Decorum
The Mayor has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Mayor also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves with civility and courtesy at all times. All persons giving comments shall speak directly to the Council and address issues, not individuals.
Personal attacks, cursing and outbursts from the audience in support or opposition to a speaker are not tolerated in order to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome to speak.
Animals in Council Chamber
No animals shall be allowed at or brought in to a public meeting by any person except (i) as to members of the public or City staff utilizing the assistance of a service animal, which is defined as a guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability, or (ii) as to police officers utilizing the assistance of a dog(s) in law enforcement duties.
CLOSED SESSION 5:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code
Number of Cases: 1
A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council on the advice of the City Attorney, based on existing facts and circumstances, there is significant exposure to litigation against the City. The facts and circumstances exposing the City to potential litigation are addressed in communications between legal counsel for the Petaluma Historic Advocates and the City Attorney, and correspondence sent by legal counsel for the Petaluma Historic Advocates to the Petaluma City Council Members and/or the City Attorney. The written communication threatening litigation shall be made available for public inspection in accordance with Government Code Section 54957.5.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Prior to adjournment into Closed Session, the public may speak up to three minutes on items to be addressed in Closed Session.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
REGULAR SESSION 6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY)
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
PRESENTATIONS
Marin Municipal Water District Presentation
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
During General Public Comment , the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III).
COUNCIL COMMENT
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of July 7, 2025
2. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of August 4, 2025 and Significant Agenda Items for July September 2025
3. Resolution Accepting Completion of the Shollenberger Outdoor Classroom & Kiosk Improvements Project (C14502012) by Precision Excavating and Grading, Inc. and Authorizing Release of Retention
4. Resolution Adopting the Petaluma Transit Advertising Policy
5. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Cooperative Funding Agreement No.
G70401E1 between the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities and the City of Petaluma for the Lynch Creek Trail Improvements Project
6. Resolution Adopting the Levying of the Annual Special Tax for The Riverfront Community Facilities District, Fiscal Year 2025/26
7. Resolution Ratifying Award of Contract, Accepting Completion of, and Authorizing Release of the 10% Retention for the McDowell at Southpoint Blvd. Emergency Water Main Repair Project with Azul Works, Inc.
8. Recommendation to Support the SonomaMarin Water Supply Agreement Update
9. Resolution Authorizing the City of Petaluma to Submit a Nomination for Designation of Petaluma River Park, Petaluma River Park II and ClimateAdaptive Safe Routes to School as a Priority Conservation Area (PCA) to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG)
10. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Perkins &Will, Funded Through Grant Funds Received from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, to Prepare the Petaluma North SMART Station Priority Development Area Specific Plan
11. Adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance No. 2905 N.C.S. of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Title 16 of the Petaluma Municipal Code, Entitled “Airport and Aircraft”, including amendments to Chapter 16.04 “General Provisions and Definitions”, Chapter 16.06 “Airport Leases”, Chapter 16.08 “Motor Vehicles at Airport”, Chapter
16.12 “Aircraft on Ground”, Chapter 16.16 “Aircraft Taxiing, Landing and Takeoff”, Chapter 16.20 “Aircraft Traffic Patterns”, Chapter 16.24 “Aircraft Fueling and Defueling”, Chapter, Chapter 16.28 “Airport Fire Safety Rules”, Chapter 16.32 “Unlicensed Aircraft”, Pursuant to Federal Aviation Administration Order 5190.6B, and Chapter 16.32 “Violations and Penalties”
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
12. Introduction (First Reading) of an Ordinance and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 2900 N.C.S. Concerning the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay to Restore Floor Area Ratio (FAR) to 2.5 in Table 5.2 of Section 5.070(D) of the Petaluma Implementing Zoning Ordinance (IZO) to be Consistent with the Current General Plan – ITEM ADDED 71725
13. Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit Priority Projects to the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities (SCTCA) Funding Program Cycle 2 Call for Projects
WORKSHOP
14. Review of 2025 Petaluma Fair and 2025 Event Planning
ADJOURNMENT
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at [email protected], (707) 7784360 (voice) or (707) 7784480 (TDD). Translators, American Sign Language interpreters, and/or assistive listening devices for individuals with hearing disabilities will be available upon request. A minimum of 48 hours is needed to ensure the availability of translation services. In consideration of those with multiple chemical sensitivities or other environmental illness, it is requested that you refrain from wearing scented products.
The City Clerk hereby certifies that this agenda has been posted in accordance with the requirements of the Government Code.
In accordance with Government Code §54957.5, any materials of public record relating to an agenda item for a regular meeting of the City Council that are provided to a majority of the members less than 72 hours before the meeting will be made available immediately online as part of the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofpetaluma.org/meetings and at the City Clerk’s Office, 11 English Street, during normal business hours. Materials of public record that are distributed during the meeting shall be made available for public inspection at the meeting if prepared by the City or a member of its legislative/advisory body, or the next business day after the meeting if prepared by some other person.
In accordance with Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the land use and zoning actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to the public hearing.
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL &
PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) MAYOR
Kevin McDonnell
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Brian Barnacle
Janice Cader Thompson
Alexander DeCarli
Karen Nau, Vice Mayor
Frank Quint
John Shribbs
CITY MANAGER
Peggy Flynn
CITY CLERK
Caitlin Corley
CITY ATTORNEY
Eric W. Danly
COUNCIL MEETINGS
1 and 3 Mondays of each month
City Hall Council Chamber
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone (707) 7784360
[email protected]
cityofpetaluma.org
AGENDA
AMENDED 71725
Monday, July 21, 2025
CLOSED SESSION 5:30 PM / REGULAR SESSION 6:30PM
Alternative Teleconference Location
Councilmember Cader Thompson will be participating remotely via Teleconference. In accordance with the Brown Act, the teleconference location is hereby posted as: 410 Oakridge Dr., Redway, CA 95560.
Pilot Hybrid Meeting Format
City Council meetings are currently being held in a pilot hybrid format, by virtual teleconference as well as inperson.
Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda.
How to Observe and/or Participate and Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend InPerson: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA. Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk.
At this time, the City is temporarily suspending virtual participation by Zoom at Council meetings and will re evaluate at a future date.
Observe Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetalumaorg.zoom.us/j/85279246302 Observe via Telephone: One tap mobile: +16694449171,,85279246302# US or dial 1 (669) 4449171 Meeting ID: 852 7924 6302
Watch on TV: Comcast channel 28, UVerse channel 099
Submit Written Public Comment : Email comments to [email protected] or submit your comment online through the agenda portal. Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Mayor and City Council Members and placed on the City's website as part of the agenda packet for the meeting.
Comments received after the cutoff time will be posted online and made part of the record the next business day.
Closed Captioning/Live Transcription
This meeting will be transcribed live via the Zoom platform. Inperson attendees will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of the screens in the Council Chamber and City Hall. Zoom attendees with a Zoom version 5.0.2 or higher will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of their personal zoom screen. Learn more at https://support.zoom.us/ .
Decorum
The Mayor has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Mayor also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves with civility and courtesy at all times. All persons giving comments shall speak directly to the Council and address issues, not individuals.
Personal attacks, cursing and outbursts from the audience in support or opposition to a speaker are not tolerated in order to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome to speak.
Animals in Council Chamber
No animals shall be allowed at or brought in to a public meeting by any person except (i) as to members of the public or City staff utilizing the assistance of a service animal, which is defined as a guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability, or (ii) as to police officers utilizing the assistance of a dog(s) in law enforcement duties.
CLOSED SESSION 5:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code
Number of Cases: 1
A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council on the advice of the City Attorney, based on existing facts and circumstances, there is significant exposure to litigation against the City. The facts and circumstances exposing the City to potential litigation are addressed in communications between legal counsel for the Petaluma Historic Advocates and the City Attorney, and correspondence sent by legal counsel for the Petaluma Historic Advocates to the Petaluma City Council Members and/or the City Attorney. The written communication threatening litigation shall be made available for public inspection in accordance with Government Code Section 54957.5.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Prior to adjournment into Closed Session, the public may speak up to three minutes on items to be addressed in Closed Session.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
REGULAR SESSION 6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY)
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
PRESENTATIONS
Marin Municipal Water District Presentation
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
During General Public Comment , the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III).
COUNCIL COMMENT
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of July 7, 2025
2. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of August 4, 2025 and Significant Agenda Items for July September 2025
3. Resolution Accepting Completion of the Shollenberger Outdoor Classroom & Kiosk Improvements Project (C14502012) by Precision Excavating and Grading, Inc. and Authorizing Release of Retention
4. Resolution Adopting the Petaluma Transit Advertising Policy
5. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Cooperative Funding Agreement No.
G70401E1 between the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities and the City of Petaluma for the Lynch Creek Trail Improvements Project
6. Resolution Adopting the Levying of the Annual Special Tax for The Riverfront Community Facilities District, Fiscal Year 2025/26
7. Resolution Ratifying Award of Contract, Accepting Completion of, and Authorizing Release of the 10% Retention for the McDowell at Southpoint Blvd. Emergency Water Main Repair Project with Azul Works, Inc.
8. Recommendation to Support the SonomaMarin Water Supply Agreement Update
9. Resolution Authorizing the City of Petaluma to Submit a Nomination for Designation of Petaluma River Park, Petaluma River Park II and ClimateAdaptive Safe Routes to School as a Priority Conservation Area (PCA) to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG)
10. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Perkins &Will, Funded Through Grant Funds Received from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, to Prepare the Petaluma North SMART Station Priority Development Area Specific Plan
11. Adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance No. 2905 N.C.S. of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Title 16 of the Petaluma Municipal Code, Entitled “Airport and Aircraft”, including amendments to Chapter 16.04 “General Provisions and Definitions”, Chapter 16.06 “Airport Leases”, Chapter 16.08 “Motor Vehicles at Airport”, Chapter
16.12 “Aircraft on Ground”, Chapter 16.16 “Aircraft Taxiing, Landing and Takeoff”, Chapter 16.20 “Aircraft Traffic Patterns”, Chapter 16.24 “Aircraft Fueling and Defueling”, Chapter, Chapter 16.28 “Airport Fire Safety Rules”, Chapter 16.32 “Unlicensed Aircraft”, Pursuant to Federal Aviation Administration Order 5190.6B, and Chapter 16.32 “Violations and Penalties”
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
12. Introduction (First Reading) of an Ordinance and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 2900 N.C.S. Concerning the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay to Restore Floor Area Ratio (FAR) to 2.5 in Table 5.2 of Section 5.070(D) of the Petaluma Implementing Zoning Ordinance (IZO) to be Consistent with the Current General Plan – ITEM ADDED 71725
13. Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit Priority Projects to the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities (SCTCA) Funding Program Cycle 2 Call for Projects
WORKSHOP
14. Review of 2025 Petaluma Fair and 2025 Event Planning
ADJOURNMENT
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at [email protected], (707) 7784360 (voice) or (707) 7784480 (TDD). Translators, American Sign Language interpreters, and/or assistive listening devices for individuals with hearing disabilities will be available upon request. A minimum of 48 hours is needed to ensure the availability of translation services. In consideration of those with multiple chemical sensitivities or other environmental illness, it is requested that you refrain from wearing scented products.
The City Clerk hereby certifies that this agenda has been posted in accordance with the requirements of the Government Code.
In accordance with Government Code §54957.5, any materials of public record relating to an agenda item for a regular meeting of the City Council that are provided to a majority of the members less than 72 hours before the meeting will be made available immediately online as part of the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofpetaluma.org/meetings and at the City Clerk’s Office, 11 English Street, during normal business hours. Materials of public record that are distributed during the meeting shall be made available for public inspection at the meeting if prepared by the City or a member of its legislative/advisory body, or the next business day after the meeting if prepared by some other person.
In accordance with Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the land use and zoning actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to the public hearing.
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL &
PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) MAYOR
Kevin McDonnell
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Brian Barnacle
Janice Cader Thompson
Alexander DeCarli
Karen Nau, Vice Mayor
Frank Quint
John Shribbs
CITY MANAGER
Peggy Flynn
CITY CLERK
Caitlin Corley
CITY ATTORNEY
Eric W. Danly
COUNCIL MEETINGS
1 and 3 Mondays of each month
City Hall Council Chamber
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone (707) 7784360
[email protected]
cityofpetaluma.org
AGENDA
AMENDED 71725
Monday, July 21, 2025
CLOSED SESSION 5:30 PM / REGULAR SESSION 6:30PM
Alternative Teleconference Location
Councilmember Cader Thompson will be participating remotely via Teleconference. In accordance with the Brown Act, the teleconference location is hereby posted as: 410 Oakridge Dr., Redway, CA 95560.
Pilot Hybrid Meeting Format
City Council meetings are currently being held in a pilot hybrid format, by virtual teleconference as well as inperson.
Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda.
How to Observe and/or Participate and Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend InPerson: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA. Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk.
At this time, the City is temporarily suspending virtual participation by Zoom at Council meetings and will re evaluate at a future date.
Observe Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetalumaorg.zoom.us/j/85279246302 Observe via Telephone: One tap mobile: +16694449171,,85279246302# US or dial 1 (669) 4449171 Meeting ID: 852 7924 6302
Watch on TV: Comcast channel 28, UVerse channel 099
Submit Written Public Comment : Email comments to [email protected] or submit your comment online through the agenda portal. Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Mayor and City Council Members and placed on the City's website as part of the agenda packet for the meeting.
Comments received after the cutoff time will be posted online and made part of the record the next business day.
Closed Captioning/Live Transcription
This meeting will be transcribed live via the Zoom platform. Inperson attendees will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of the screens in the Council Chamber and City Hall. Zoom attendees with a Zoom version 5.0.2 or higher will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of their personal zoom screen. Learn more at https://support.zoom.us/ .
Decorum
The Mayor has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Mayor also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves with civility and courtesy at all times. All persons giving comments shall speak directly to the Council and address issues, not individuals.
Personal attacks, cursing and outbursts from the audience in support or opposition to a speaker are not tolerated in order to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome to speak.
Animals in Council Chamber
No animals shall be allowed at or brought in to a public meeting by any person except (i) as to members of the public or City staff utilizing the assistance of a service animal, which is defined as a guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability, or (ii) as to police officers utilizing the assistance of a dog(s) in law enforcement duties.
CLOSED SESSION 5:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code
Number of Cases: 1
A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council on the advice of the City Attorney, based on existing facts and circumstances, there is significant exposure to litigation against the City. The facts and circumstances exposing the City to potential litigation are addressed in communications between legal counsel for the Petaluma Historic Advocates and the City Attorney, and correspondence sent by legal counsel for the Petaluma Historic Advocates to the Petaluma City Council Members and/or the City Attorney. The written communication threatening litigation shall be made available for public inspection in accordance with Government Code Section 54957.5.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Prior to adjournment into Closed Session, the public may speak up to three minutes on items to be addressed in Closed Session.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
REGULAR SESSION 6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY)
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
PRESENTATIONS
Marin Municipal Water District Presentation
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
During General Public Comment , the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III).
COUNCIL COMMENT
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of July 7, 2025
2. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of August 4, 2025 and Significant Agenda Items for July September 2025
3. Resolution Accepting Completion of the Shollenberger Outdoor Classroom & Kiosk Improvements Project (C14502012) by Precision Excavating and Grading, Inc. and Authorizing Release of Retention
4. Resolution Adopting the Petaluma Transit Advertising Policy
5. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Cooperative Funding Agreement No.
G70401E1 between the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities and the City of Petaluma for the Lynch Creek Trail Improvements Project
6. Resolution Adopting the Levying of the Annual Special Tax for The Riverfront Community Facilities District, Fiscal Year 2025/26
7. Resolution Ratifying Award of Contract, Accepting Completion of, and Authorizing Release of the 10% Retention for the McDowell at Southpoint Blvd. Emergency Water Main Repair Project with Azul Works, Inc.
8. Recommendation to Support the SonomaMarin Water Supply Agreement Update
9. Resolution Authorizing the City of Petaluma to Submit a Nomination for Designation of Petaluma River Park, Petaluma River Park II and ClimateAdaptive Safe Routes to School as a Priority Conservation Area (PCA) to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG)
10. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Perkins &Will, Funded Through Grant Funds Received from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, to Prepare the Petaluma North SMART Station Priority Development Area Specific Plan
11. Adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance No. 2905 N.C.S. of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Title 16 of the Petaluma Municipal Code, Entitled “Airport and Aircraft”, including amendments to Chapter 16.04 “General Provisions and Definitions”, Chapter 16.06 “Airport Leases”, Chapter 16.08 “Motor Vehicles at Airport”, Chapter
16.12 “Aircraft on Ground”, Chapter 16.16 “Aircraft Taxiing, Landing and Takeoff”, Chapter 16.20 “Aircraft Traffic Patterns”, Chapter 16.24 “Aircraft Fueling and Defueling”, Chapter, Chapter 16.28 “Airport Fire Safety Rules”, Chapter 16.32 “Unlicensed Aircraft”, Pursuant to Federal Aviation Administration Order 5190.6B, and Chapter 16.32 “Violations and Penalties”
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
12. Introduction (First Reading) of an Ordinance and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 2900 N.C.S. Concerning the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay to Restore Floor Area Ratio (FAR) to 2.5 in Table 5.2 of Section 5.070(D) of the Petaluma Implementing Zoning Ordinance (IZO) to be Consistent with the Current General Plan – ITEM ADDED 71725
13. Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit Priority Projects to the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities (SCTCA) Funding Program Cycle 2 Call for Projects
WORKSHOP
14. Review of 2025 Petaluma Fair and 2025 Event Planning
ADJOURNMENT
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at [email protected], (707) 7784360 (voice) or (707) 7784480 (TDD). Translators, American Sign Language interpreters, and/or assistive listening devices for individuals with hearing disabilities will be available upon request. A minimum of 48 hours is needed to ensure the availability of translation services. In consideration of those with multiple chemical sensitivities or other environmental illness, it is requested that you refrain from wearing scented products.
The City Clerk hereby certifies that this agenda has been posted in accordance with the requirements of the Government Code.
In accordance with Government Code §54957.5, any materials of public record relating to an agenda item for a regular meeting of the City Council that are provided to a majority of the members less than 72 hours before the meeting will be made available immediately online as part of the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofpetaluma.org/meetings and at the City Clerk’s Office, 11 English Street, during normal business hours. Materials of public record that are distributed during the meeting shall be made available for public inspection at the meeting if prepared by the City or a member of its legislative/advisory body, or the next business day after the meeting if prepared by some other person.
In accordance with Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the land use and zoning actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to the public hearing.
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL &
PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) MAYOR
Kevin McDonnell
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Brian Barnacle
Janice Cader Thompson
Alexander DeCarli
Karen Nau, Vice Mayor
Frank Quint
John Shribbs
CITY MANAGER
Peggy Flynn
CITY CLERK
Caitlin Corley
CITY ATTORNEY
Eric W. Danly
COUNCIL MEETINGS
1 and 3 Mondays of each month
City Hall Council Chamber
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone (707) 7784360
[email protected]
cityofpetaluma.org
AGENDA
AMENDED 71725
Monday, July 21, 2025
CLOSED SESSION 5:30 PM / REGULAR SESSION 6:30PM
Alternative Teleconference Location
Councilmember Cader Thompson will be participating remotely via Teleconference. In accordance with the Brown Act, the teleconference location is hereby posted as: 410 Oakridge Dr., Redway, CA 95560.
Pilot Hybrid Meeting Format
City Council meetings are currently being held in a pilot hybrid format, by virtual teleconference as well as inperson.
Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda.
How to Observe and/or Participate and Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend InPerson: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA. Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk.
At this time, the City is temporarily suspending virtual participation by Zoom at Council meetings and will re evaluate at a future date.
Observe Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetalumaorg.zoom.us/j/85279246302 Observe via Telephone: One tap mobile: +16694449171,,85279246302# US or dial 1 (669) 4449171 Meeting ID: 852 7924 6302
Watch on TV: Comcast channel 28, UVerse channel 099
Submit Written Public Comment : Email comments to [email protected] or submit your comment online through the agenda portal. Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Mayor and City Council Members and placed on the City's website as part of the agenda packet for the meeting.
Comments received after the cutoff time will be posted online and made part of the record the next business day.
Closed Captioning/Live Transcription
This meeting will be transcribed live via the Zoom platform. Inperson attendees will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of the screens in the Council Chamber and City Hall. Zoom attendees with a Zoom version 5.0.2 or higher will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of their personal zoom screen. Learn more at https://support.zoom.us/ .
Decorum
The Mayor has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Mayor also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves with civility and courtesy at all times. All persons giving comments shall speak directly to the Council and address issues, not individuals.
Personal attacks, cursing and outbursts from the audience in support or opposition to a speaker are not tolerated in order to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome to speak.
Animals in Council Chamber
No animals shall be allowed at or brought in to a public meeting by any person except (i) as to members of the public or City staff utilizing the assistance of a service animal, which is defined as a guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability, or (ii) as to police officers utilizing the assistance of a dog(s) in law enforcement duties.
CLOSED SESSION 5:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code
Number of Cases: 1
A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council on the advice of the City Attorney, based on existing facts and circumstances, there is significant exposure to litigation against the City. The facts and circumstances exposing the City to potential litigation are addressed in communications between legal counsel for the Petaluma Historic Advocates and the City Attorney, and correspondence sent by legal counsel for the Petaluma Historic Advocates to the Petaluma City Council Members and/or the City Attorney. The written communication threatening litigation shall be made available for public inspection in accordance with Government Code Section 54957.5.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Prior to adjournment into Closed Session, the public may speak up to three minutes on items to be addressed in Closed Session.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
REGULAR SESSION 6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY)
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
PRESENTATIONS
Marin Municipal Water District Presentation
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
During General Public Comment , the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III).
COUNCIL COMMENT
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of July 7, 2025
2. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of August 4, 2025 and Significant Agenda Items for July September 2025
3. Resolution Accepting Completion of the Shollenberger Outdoor Classroom & Kiosk Improvements Project (C14502012) by Precision Excavating and Grading, Inc. and Authorizing Release of Retention
4. Resolution Adopting the Petaluma Transit Advertising Policy
5. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Cooperative Funding Agreement No.
G70401E1 between the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities and the City of Petaluma for the Lynch Creek Trail Improvements Project
6. Resolution Adopting the Levying of the Annual Special Tax for The Riverfront Community Facilities District, Fiscal Year 2025/26
7. Resolution Ratifying Award of Contract, Accepting Completion of, and Authorizing Release of the 10% Retention for the McDowell at Southpoint Blvd. Emergency Water Main Repair Project with Azul Works, Inc.
8. Recommendation to Support the SonomaMarin Water Supply Agreement Update
9. Resolution Authorizing the City of Petaluma to Submit a Nomination for Designation of Petaluma River Park, Petaluma River Park II and ClimateAdaptive Safe Routes to School as a Priority Conservation Area (PCA) to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG)
10. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Perkins &Will, Funded Through Grant Funds Received from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, to Prepare the Petaluma North SMART Station Priority Development Area Specific Plan
11. Adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance No. 2905 N.C.S. of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Title 16 of the Petaluma Municipal Code, Entitled “Airport and Aircraft”, including amendments to Chapter 16.04 “General Provisions and Definitions”, Chapter 16.06 “Airport Leases”, Chapter 16.08 “Motor Vehicles at Airport”, Chapter
16.12 “Aircraft on Ground”, Chapter 16.16 “Aircraft Taxiing, Landing and Takeoff”, Chapter 16.20 “Aircraft Traffic Patterns”, Chapter 16.24 “Aircraft Fueling and Defueling”, Chapter, Chapter 16.28 “Airport Fire Safety Rules”, Chapter 16.32 “Unlicensed Aircraft”, Pursuant to Federal Aviation Administration Order 5190.6B, and Chapter 16.32 “Violations and Penalties”
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
12. Introduction (First Reading) of an Ordinance and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 2900 N.C.S. Concerning the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay to Restore Floor Area Ratio (FAR) to 2.5 in Table 5.2 of Section 5.070(D) of the Petaluma Implementing Zoning Ordinance (IZO) to be Consistent with the Current General Plan – ITEM ADDED 71725
13. Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit Priority Projects to the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities (SCTCA) Funding Program Cycle 2 Call for Projects
WORKSHOP
14. Review of 2025 Petaluma Fair and 2025 Event Planning
ADJOURNMENT
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at [email protected], (707) 7784360 (voice) or (707) 7784480 (TDD). Translators, American Sign Language interpreters, and/or assistive listening devices for individuals with hearing disabilities will be available upon request. A minimum of 48 hours is needed to ensure the availability of translation services. In consideration of those with multiple chemical sensitivities or other environmental illness, it is requested that you refrain from wearing scented products.
The City Clerk hereby certifies that this agenda has been posted in accordance with the requirements of the Government Code.
In accordance with Government Code §54957.5, any materials of public record relating to an agenda item for a regular meeting of the City Council that are provided to a majority of the members less than 72 hours before the meeting will be made available immediately online as part of the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofpetaluma.org/meetings and at the City Clerk’s Office, 11 English Street, during normal business hours. Materials of public record that are distributed during the meeting shall be made available for public inspection at the meeting if prepared by the City or a member of its legislative/advisory body, or the next business day after the meeting if prepared by some other person.
In accordance with Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the land use and zoning actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to the public hearing.
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL &
PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) MAYOR
Kevin McDonnell
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Brian Barnacle
Janice Cader Thompson
Alexander DeCarli
Karen Nau, Vice Mayor
Frank Quint
John Shribbs
CITY MANAGER
Peggy Flynn
CITY CLERK
Caitlin Corley
CITY ATTORNEY
Eric W. Danly
COUNCIL MEETINGS
1 and 3 Mondays of each month
City Hall Council Chamber
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone (707) 7784360
[email protected]
cityofpetaluma.org
AGENDA
AMENDED 71725
Monday, July 21, 2025
CLOSED SESSION 5:30 PM / REGULAR SESSION 6:30PM
Alternative Teleconference Location
Councilmember Cader Thompson will be participating remotely via Teleconference. In accordance with the Brown Act, the teleconference location is hereby posted as: 410 Oakridge Dr., Redway, CA 95560.
Pilot Hybrid Meeting Format
City Council meetings are currently being held in a pilot hybrid format, by virtual teleconference as well as inperson.
Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda.
How to Observe and/or Participate and Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend InPerson: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA. Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk.
At this time, the City is temporarily suspending virtual participation by Zoom at Council meetings and will re evaluate at a future date.
Observe Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetalumaorg.zoom.us/j/85279246302 Observe via Telephone: One tap mobile: +16694449171,,85279246302# US or dial 1 (669) 4449171 Meeting ID: 852 7924 6302
Watch on TV: Comcast channel 28, UVerse channel 099
Submit Written Public Comment : Email comments to [email protected] or submit your comment online through the agenda portal. Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Mayor and City Council Members and placed on the City's website as part of the agenda packet for the meeting.
Comments received after the cutoff time will be posted online and made part of the record the next business day.
Closed Captioning/Live Transcription
This meeting will be transcribed live via the Zoom platform. Inperson attendees will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of the screens in the Council Chamber and City Hall. Zoom attendees with a Zoom version 5.0.2 or higher will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of their personal zoom screen. Learn more at https://support.zoom.us/ .
Decorum
The Mayor has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Mayor also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves with civility and courtesy at all times. All persons giving comments shall speak directly to the Council and address issues, not individuals.
Personal attacks, cursing and outbursts from the audience in support or opposition to a speaker are not tolerated in order to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome to speak.
Animals in Council Chamber
No animals shall be allowed at or brought in to a public meeting by any person except (i) as to members of the public or City staff utilizing the assistance of a service animal, which is defined as a guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability, or (ii) as to police officers utilizing the assistance of a dog(s) in law enforcement duties.
CLOSED SESSION 5:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code
Number of Cases: 1
A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council on the advice of the City Attorney, based on existing facts and circumstances, there is significant exposure to litigation against the City. The facts and circumstances exposing the City to potential litigation are addressed in communications between legal counsel for the Petaluma Historic Advocates and the City Attorney, and correspondence sent by legal counsel for the Petaluma Historic Advocates to the Petaluma City Council Members and/or the City Attorney. The written communication threatening litigation shall be made available for public inspection in accordance with Government Code Section 54957.5.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Prior to adjournment into Closed Session, the public may speak up to three minutes on items to be addressed in Closed Session.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
REGULAR SESSION 6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY)
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
PRESENTATIONS
Marin Municipal Water District Presentation
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
During General Public Comment , the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III).
COUNCIL COMMENT
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of July 7, 2025
2. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of August 4, 2025 and Significant Agenda Items for July September 2025
3. Resolution Accepting Completion of the Shollenberger Outdoor Classroom & Kiosk Improvements Project (C14502012) by Precision Excavating and Grading, Inc. and Authorizing Release of Retention
4. Resolution Adopting the Petaluma Transit Advertising Policy
5. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Cooperative Funding Agreement No.
G70401E1 between the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities and the City of Petaluma for the Lynch Creek Trail Improvements Project
6. Resolution Adopting the Levying of the Annual Special Tax for The Riverfront Community Facilities District, Fiscal Year 2025/26
7. Resolution Ratifying Award of Contract, Accepting Completion of, and Authorizing Release of the 10% Retention for the McDowell at Southpoint Blvd. Emergency Water Main Repair Project with Azul Works, Inc.
8. Recommendation to Support the SonomaMarin Water Supply Agreement Update
9. Resolution Authorizing the City of Petaluma to Submit a Nomination for Designation of Petaluma River Park, Petaluma River Park II and ClimateAdaptive Safe Routes to School as a Priority Conservation Area (PCA) to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG)
10. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Perkins &Will, Funded Through Grant Funds Received from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, to Prepare the Petaluma North SMART Station Priority Development Area Specific Plan
11. Adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance No. 2905 N.C.S. of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Title 16 of the Petaluma Municipal Code, Entitled “Airport and Aircraft”, including amendments to Chapter 16.04 “General Provisions and Definitions”, Chapter 16.06 “Airport Leases”, Chapter 16.08 “Motor Vehicles at Airport”, Chapter
16.12 “Aircraft on Ground”, Chapter 16.16 “Aircraft Taxiing, Landing and Takeoff”, Chapter 16.20 “Aircraft Traffic Patterns”, Chapter 16.24 “Aircraft Fueling and Defueling”, Chapter, Chapter 16.28 “Airport Fire Safety Rules”, Chapter 16.32 “Unlicensed Aircraft”, Pursuant to Federal Aviation Administration Order 5190.6B, and Chapter 16.32 “Violations and Penalties”
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
12. Introduction (First Reading) of an Ordinance and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 2900 N.C.S. Concerning the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay to Restore Floor Area Ratio (FAR) to 2.5 in Table 5.2 of Section 5.070(D) of the Petaluma Implementing Zoning Ordinance (IZO) to be Consistent with the Current General Plan – ITEM ADDED 71725
13. Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit Priority Projects to the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities (SCTCA) Funding Program Cycle 2 Call for Projects
WORKSHOP
14. Review of 2025 Petaluma Fair and 2025 Event Planning
ADJOURNMENT
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at [email protected], (707) 7784360 (voice) or (707) 7784480 (TDD). Translators, American Sign Language interpreters, and/or assistive listening devices for individuals with hearing disabilities will be available upon request. A minimum of 48 hours is needed to ensure the availability of translation services. In consideration of those with multiple chemical sensitivities or other environmental illness, it is requested that you refrain from wearing scented products.
The City Clerk hereby certifies that this agenda has been posted in accordance with the requirements of the Government Code.
In accordance with Government Code §54957.5, any materials of public record relating to an agenda item for a regular meeting of the City Council that are provided to a majority of the members less than 72 hours before the meeting will be made available immediately online as part of the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofpetaluma.org/meetings and at the City Clerk’s Office, 11 English Street, during normal business hours. Materials of public record that are distributed during the meeting shall be made available for public inspection at the meeting if prepared by the City or a member of its legislative/advisory body, or the next business day after the meeting if prepared by some other person.
In accordance with Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the land use and zoning actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to the public hearing.
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